Trail Running Calendar United Kingdom 2026-2027

A timed endurance event on 29-30 August 2026 where runners complete a 4.167 mile circuit each hour until one remains; entries have a minimum age of 18, include camping, and raise funds for bowel cancer support and research.

A scenic half marathon across Berneray and North Uist on rural surfaced roads, with sea views for virtually the whole way. The course is officially measured and finishes in Lochmaddy where the hotel sponsor provides lunch.

Test your endurance at this 8 hour timed challenge along a scenic disused railway line in Devon. Run or walk as many laps as you choose in a flexible and supportive environment.

Follow the iconic West Highland Way on this 53 mile point to point ultramarathon through Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park. Enjoy a fully waymarked route with chip timing and extensive finish line facilities in Tyndrum.

A Backyard Ultra event at Frylands Wood Scout Outdoor Centre on 29 August 2026, where runners complete four miles on the hour every hour until one remains. The entry includes a medal, a winner trophy, a rest pitch, showers, parking and even..

Take on a legendary mud run in the Surrey countryside featuring over 100 obstacles across a permanent assault course. Choose from 5km, 7km, or 10km distances for an unforgettable test of endurance and teamwork.

Join the Arnison Crag Horseshoe fell race in Patterdale on Sat 29 Aug 2026, starting at King George Playing Fields as part of Patterdale Dog Day. A steep 5 km with 300 m climb, entries on the day £5, minimum age 14.

A short fell race of 4 km with about 120 m climb at the Show Field in St John's Chapel. Day entries cost £2 and there are separate junior races for children aged 4 to 12 plus an under 18 category.

Join this lively fell race at Bellingham Showfield as part of the country show, tackling 4 miles with 600 ft of climb across classic Northumberland terrain. No pre entry required; runners aged 16 and over can sign up on the day.

Tackle a classic Pennines fell race in Pendleton on 29 August 2026. The 8 km course packs 457 m of ascent across rough terrain, with on the day entries and homemade cakes and a cosy village pub to reward you.

Tackle the Tripsdale Trot on 29 August 2026 at the Bilsdale Show in Chop Gate. This 5.5 mile fell race through the North York Moors climbs 1437 ft and has a junior fun race alongside. Entry is on the day.

Join Kinloss Running Festival on the Moray coast for road and trail races from a 1 km fun run to the Back Yard Ultra and half marathon. Fast flat courses and a bustling race village raise funds for SSAFA and ABF The Soldiers Charity.

The Dales Dazzler will take place in Skipton on Saturday 29 August 2026.

Test your endurance at this 55 km ultra marathon through the Mourne Mountains featuring over 3000 meters of ascent. This extreme mountain race summits several peaks including Slieve Donard and Slieve Bearnagh.

A fell race in North Pembrokeshire on Sat 29 Aug 2026 covering 8 km with 330 m of climb. Entries are accepted in advance and on the day, and junior Mochyn du races have entry on the day only.

A four-stage, **43 km** hill relay around Glen Lednock starting and finishing in Comrie village with 1,733 m of ascent. Teams of five include a pair on leg two and the course mixes trail sections with rough mountain terrain.

A six hour looped trail challenge near LN11 0RX set in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Runners repeat an approximate 5.45 km lap with a single aid station at the start area and may choose their own distance.

An inflatable obstacle-course 5 km event in Glasgow, Lanarkshire scheduled for Saturday 29 August 2026, with recent bookings reported and a recent occurrence held at Norfolk Showground where staff and obstacles were noted positively.

A trail race at Dunnikier Park, Kirkcaldy with two laps of about 5 km over mixed surfaces. The Scottish Athletics permit event has a two hour time limit and supports Maggie's Fife.

Run as many laps as you choose in this seven hour time challenge along the River Wear in Durham. Enjoy a flexible trail course with Cathedral views and inclusive support for all abilities.